School Nurse

Job description / Role

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic and experienced school nurse to join our team at GEMS World Academy, Dubai.

Reporting to the school doctor, the successful applicant will support the school and assist in providing optimal learning opportunities by supplying the services needed to identify health related barriers to education and addressing each student's health needs thereby improving their ability to learn.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that students and parents adhere to, and are well informed of immunization programs as per Ministry of Health guidelines.
• Be available to students and staff to address their immediate medical needs, providing a source of medical advice.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records of all students as regulated by the Ministry of Health.
• Establish procedures for providing first aid in case of accidents or illness on the school campus or during school functions.
• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Refer accidents or illnesses appropriately to the school doctor or hospitals and inform parents and the school principal.
• Be present for all student-related activities on campus.
• Keep up to date with current medical practices and regulations, as prescribed by governmental authorities.
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers or supervisors.

Experience and qualification requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate
• Registered nurse
• Dubai Health Authority (DHA) nursing license
• At least 2 years' experience in Dubai
• School or nursery experience required

Skills

• Excellent English communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm in case of emergency and cope with a degree of pressure at peak times.
• A logical and relaxed individual able to interact with a variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.